Merchandising Intern - Summer 2026

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

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Job Description:

As a Merchandising Intern, you will be part of SpartanNash’s 12-week, paid Internship Program. Our Internship Program is designed to expose you to the grocery and distribution industry, immerse you in real-world problem-solving, and foster meaningful experiences with other interns.

The internship is a full-time summer opportunity based in Byron Center, MI, from May 18, 2026, to August 7, 2026. Housing assistance is available to candidates who meet eligibility requirements. 

By applying for this opening, you will be considered for one of the following Merchandising internships:

• Center Store Merchandising Intern
• Space Planning & Analytics Intern
• Fresh Deli, Meat & Seafood Intern

Responsibilities: 

• While day-to-day responsibilities may vary based on the specific internship, our Merchandising team builds partnerships, curates the right assortment, and develops category plans to ensure shoppers can find what they need quickly.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to support projects and achieve shared goals.
• Participate in a Capstone Project that applies internship learnings to a business challenge, showcasing research, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Engage in professional development opportunities that may include an executive speaker series, workshops, tours of SpartanNash headquarters, and a day immersed in our Retail environment.

Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Food Marketing, or other related majors
• Be an active student through the summer  

• Graduate December 2026 or later

• Be willing to attend mandatory, in-person events

• GPA of 3.0 or greater (Preferred) 

• Relevant work experience such as a prior internship or campus experience (Preferred) 

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Required) 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as problem-solving and analytical capabilities (Required)  

• Highly collaborative and resilient to overcome obstacles 

• Driven and demonstrates a bias for action 

Please allow up to 14 days to hear from a recruiter, as we are currently completing on-campus activities.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position. 

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.